In addition to the “Japanese Canadians and the Labour Movement” and the GVJCCA’s “Legacy of Redress Forum” printed in our festival program,the GVJCCA is offering the additional events below:

at Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks, Burnaby

On three days in September 2009, families, friends, and survivors came together for the Honouring Our People: Stories of the Internment conference in Burnaby, BC. The conference paid tribute to the Japanese Canadians who experienced racism, alienation, betrayal, restrictions, uprooting and loss during and after WWII. We also acknowledged the resilience and perseverance shown by Japanese Canadians who not only endured, but often prospered after the war. We created dialogue between generations and gave descendants of survivors the opportunity to learn more about their family’s history. With our book, Honouring Our People: Breaking the Silence, we are hoping to continue the opportunity for dialogue and learning by sharing some of the stories from the conference.

Contact for public: gvjcca@gmail.com 604.777.5222

Website: www.gvjcca.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1547449985550794/

Greater Vancouver Japanese Canadian Citizens’ Association Website Launch
at Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks, Burnaby
Saturday, May 21st, 11:00 am

We’re excited to announce the brand new website for the Greater Vancouver Japanese Canadian Citizens’ Association (GVJCCA) is o­fficially up and running. You’ll find information about The Bulletin/Geppo magazine, GVJCCA events, how to join and renew your membership using a new online form, and coming soon, an updated human rights guide.

Check us out at www.gvjcca.org The Greater Vancouver Japanese Canadian Citizens’ Association (GVJCCA) is a non-profit organization that builds communities and advocates for social justice, primarily for people in Canada of Japanese heritage, and their families. The organization was formed in 1952, and in 1958 started publishing The Bulletin/Geppo, a journal of Japanese Canadian community, history and culture.

Meet members of the GVJCCA Board of Directors, enjoy some refreshments, and get a quick introduction to our new website.

Contact for public: gvjcca@gmail.com 604.777.5222

Website: www.gvjcca.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1537432299895104/